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JOB DETAILS:
Kumi Hospital was established in 1929 as a leprosy center to help people with leprosy in the eastern and northern regions of Uganda and South Sudan.
Kumi Hospital (KH) currently has a population coverage of approximately 4 million people. Kumi Hospital is a member of the Uganda Protestant Medical Bureau (UPMB); it is therefore a private non-profit (PNFP) institution.
The hospital is a registered entity and accredited by the Ministry of Health (MoH).nSince its foundation in 1929, Kumi Hospital has undergone a transformation from a center for the disabled to a general hospital. Since then, it has significantly expanded its activities to serve the needs of community for over 90 years.
Kumi hospital is seeking suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions at the organization;
Kumi hospital is constantly looking for doctors, nurses and other health workers.


Job Title: Biostatistician
Duties and responsibilities
• Planning and budgeting for health data collection and preparation.
• Monitoring availability of HMIS tools in the organization and act as liaison for the organization with district local government to ensure adequate HMIS tools stock. Ensuring HMIS data quality in the organization is complete, timely and correct, conducting support supervision and guiding on data improvement.
• Ensuring data use in the organization by conducting training and leading in the production of organizational analytical health profile annually among other critical periodic reports.
• Participates in rollout of new system ensuring organizational adoption of new systems.
• Supporting disease surveillance monitoring disease thresholds and notifying in cases of upsurges and outbreaks in-line with IDSR.

Key responsibilities
• Planning, budgeting, and coordinating health data collection and management;
• Updating and maintaining the Health Management Information System;
• Collecting and analyzing data on health;
• Implementing measures for maintaining data security;
• Participating in support supervision;
• Supporting health research activities and programs;
• Imparting knowledge and skills to staff on information and data management; and compiling and submitting reports on health information Management.
• Degree in Statistics or Biostatistics or Applied Economics or Quantitative.
• Economics from a recognized University or Institution.
• Should be computer literate with skills in Statistical Packages/Spreadsheet like Microsoft Excel, SPSS, Stata, Epi Info etc. and common programming languages. Should be able to interact with at least one of the common relational database management systems like Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, Sybase, MySQL, IBM DB2 etc.
• Three (3) years working experience in a similar position.
Competences:
Information Communication Technology (ICT), financial management, Business and market orientation, planning, organizing and coordinating.

JOB DETAILS:
Kumi Hospital was established in 1929 as a leprosy center to help people with leprosy in the eastern and northern regions of Uganda and South Sudan.
Kumi Hospital (KH) currently has a population coverage of approximately 4 million people. Kumi Hospital is a member of the Uganda Protestant Medical Bureau (UPMB); it is therefore a private non-profit (PNFP) institution.
The hospital is a registered entity and accredited by the Ministry of Health (MoH).nSince its foundation in 1929, Kumi Hospital has undergone a transformation from a center for the disabled to a general hospital. Since then, it has significantly expanded its activities to serve the needs of community for over 90 years.
Kumi hospital is seeking suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions at the organization;
Kumi hospital is constantly looking for doctors, nurses and other health workers.


Job Title: Internal Auditor
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Develop internal audit policies and strategies for the organization.
• Carry out systematic reviews of all systems and internal controls as per the established policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Vouch payment and other documents before processes are completed.
• Prepare annual stock taking instructions.
• Participate in the annual stock taking exercise to ensure the Organization’s assets are safeguarded.
• Carry out management audits and participate in physical inspection and verification of assets during Board survey.
• Carry out spot checks on stock records and physical stores.
• Arrange for annual audit exercises and investigations as may be required.
• Participate in Procurement Committee meetings.
• Prepare periodic internal audit reports and the Annual Audit Reports.
• Liaise with the senior management on all audit matters relating to the Organization.
• Promote a positive corporate culture and image of the Organization.

Qualifications and experience
A Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or MBA with a bias in Auditing plus Professional Qualifications in Accounting, Auditing, Chartered Accounting Chartered Certified Accounting, Certified Accountant CPA (T), CPA (K), or CPA (U) or other related professional qualification. • 5 years of experience in auditing with five (2) years at senior level.
Skills and Competencies:
Computer skills, analytical skills, communication skills, management skills, conflict resolution, negotiation skills, networking skills, planning skills, team-building skills, report writing skills, supervisory skills, ability to work under pressure, ability to work in multi-cultural environment and paying attention to detail

JOB DETAILS:
Kumi Hospital was established in 1929 as a leprosy center to help people with leprosy in the eastern and northern regions of Uganda and South Sudan.
Kumi Hospital (KH) currently has a population coverage of approximately 4 million people. Kumi Hospital is a member of the Uganda Protestant Medical Bureau (UPMB); it is therefore a private non-profit (PNFP) institution.
The hospital is a registered entity and accredited by the Ministry of Health (MoH).nSince its foundation in 1929, Kumi Hospital has undergone a transformation from a center for the disabled to a general hospital. Since then, it has significantly expanded its activities to serve the needs of community for over 90 years.
Kumi hospital is seeking suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions at the organization;
Kumi hospital is constantly looking for doctors, nurses and other health workers.


Job Title: Senior Accountant
Key Roles and responsibilities
• Ensuring all transactions are posted timely and accurately
• Assisting with the preparation of the month-end schedules
• Daily and monthly reconciliation.
• Assist with monthly reconciliations for the Company bank accounts.
• Ensuring financial controls are adhered to.
• Assist with the preparation of payments to suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations e.g. returns submitted and taxes paid on time.
• Receiving and authenticate invoices and/ or statements from suppliers checking for accuracy, procurement process and supporting documents.
• Ensuring that expenses are duly supported by an Invoice, Delivery Note, Goods Received Note, LPO/Contract, Purchase Requisition etc.
• Handle queries from creditors as they arise and on a timely basis.
• Managing the filing and archiving of all the documents related to creditors handled.
• Participate in and support internal and external audits by producing the required data and supporting documents and/ or schedules.
• Maintain digital and physical financial records.
• Maintenance of fixed asset register and assist in monthly depreciation and schedules.
• Annual asset verification and tagging.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:
• B.Com or BA in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field
• Relevant certification (e.g. CFA/CPA) Competencies
• 3-5 years’ work experience as a Senior Accountant
• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures
• Familiarity with finance regulations
• Good math skills and the ability to spot numerical errors
• Hands-on experience with MS Excel and accounting
• Proficiency in Excel and experience of using accounting software a bonus
• A proactive approach to work, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and to maintain a high-quality standard when working under time pressure.
• Good communication skills and interpersonal skills

JOB DETAILS:
Head of Corporate Credit
dfcu Bank is a fast-growing Bank in Uganda offering a wide range of financial solutions to its chosen market segments. We are seeking to recruit for the position of Head of Corporate Credit in the Executive (CEO) Domain to support our expansion strategy.
REPORTING TO: The Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
JOB PURPOSE: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the role holder will be responsible for reviewing and approving Corporate Banking credit facilities in order to grow the portfolio and generate profits, and in collaboration with other stakeholders manage credit risk and maintain a high portfolio quality.
He/she is also the Principal Advisor on the overall credit management and sustainable growth of the Corporate loan portfolio.
LOCATION: Kampala

Key Accountabilities:
• Review and approve Corporate credit facilities within delegated authority and maintain a good balance between returns and risk exposure.
• Evaluate and provide guidance to business in order to structure Corporate credit facilities within approved limits and within the set turnaround time.
• To book quality deals priced to cover all embedded costs under the risk reward trade-off in order to achieve the Bank’s disbursement target and grow a quality portfolio.
• Occasionally visit clients to understand client’s business model and requirements and accordingly advise appropriate financing solutions.
• Provide advice to business units in structuring Corporate credit / loan transactions and ensure that credit proposals are complete and accurate and covers all significant factors for credit decision making.
• Review and recommend Corporate credit applications above delegated authority to Internal Credit Committee and Board Credit Committee.
• Responsible for maintaining the asset quality of the designated portfolio through interim reviews, annual reviews and an ongoing monitoring and control and escalation of issues as may be necessary through proactively manage the bank’s loans and advances’ portfolio to ensure optimal performance of facilities and minimize loss to the Bank.
• Serve as a second line of defence and escalate any breaches of procedures, credit risk excesses and past dues and related matters to the business and other stakeholders.
• Evaluate and implement appropriate remedial strategies such as restructuring of loan facilities.
• Comply with all internal credit policies and Central Bank guidelines and regulations, as per the Financial Institutions Act 2004. Adherence to Credit Reference Bureau, Anti Money Laundering and KYC and other reporting requirements as well as full implementation of IFRS standards, and all other relevant statutory requirements. Failure of which, the Bank can incur losses as a result of penalties.
• Provide relevant Corporate Credit Terms and Conditions to be laid down in the credit agreements to protect the Bank’s interest.
• Monitor individual credits inclusive of Off-Balance sheet exposures as well as overall credit portfolio of the Bank to ascertain:
o Whether loans are being serviced as per facility terms.
• The adequacy of provisions.
• The overall risk profile is within acceptable limits.
• Take remedial measures as and when any deterioration occurs.
• Ensure adherence to pre and post disbursement conditions for approved facilities.
• Monitor portfolio diversification in accordance with policy guidance, risk appetite and strategic plan.
• Provide key participation and leadership in Management governance forums where asset quality issues discussed, and remedial strategies formulated – examples including the High Care/Watchlist Committee and Credit Portfolio Committees.
• Review and update the Bank’s Corporate credit policies and procedures as applicable to meet regulatory and risk environment changes and Bank’s risk appetite in liaison with other stakeholders.
• Ensure ESG compliance as part of the credit appraisal process.
• Support and drive initiatives tied to credit enhancement process.
• Develop systems to monitor the quality of the loan portfolio in line with the credit policy and standards.
• Prepare annual budget and budget forecast and monitor monthly performance of the business unit with respect to the forecast budget and take appropriate actions.
• Review the portfolio evaluations and studies on the industry and environment to gain understanding on the resilience of the loan portfolio and provide advice to minimize future losses.
• Provide strong leadership to the Corporate credit function – manage and develop skills, professionalism, and careers of the Corporate credit team plus support to the Corporate credit analysis and corporate relationship management teams.
• Identify and highlight exceptions against the Bank’s lending policy / standard terms and conditions being offered to Corporate credit applicants.
• Adherence to margining requirements for security (collateral) held to ensure values do not fall below set thresholds and call for security enhancement or top-up as necessary.
• Effectively dealing with customer queries over a range of credit matters.
• Preparation and updating checklists for Corporate credit process and documentation.
• Participation in the formulation, amendment, and implementation of Corporate credit policy procedures.
• Identify and highlight exceptions against the Bank’s lending policy / standard terms and conditions being offered to Corporate credit applicants.
• Adherence to margining requirements for security (collateral) held to ensure values do not fall below set thresholds and call for security enhancement or top-up as necessary.
• Effectively dealing with customer queries over a range of credit matters.
• Preparation and updating checklists for Corporate credit process and documentation.
• Participation in the formulation, amendment, and implementation of Corporate credit policy procedures. Qualifications, Experience And Competencies Required:
• A University Degree in the areas of Economics, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Additional training/professional qualification in Business, Investment, and Project appraisal.
• Credit Certification.
• ACIB or similar professional qualification.
• Master’s Degree in a Business-related course will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years of which 5 have been in a Senior Management role in Credit Approval/Analysis /Risk management functions in a financial institution.
• Previous experience in Corporate Banking/ Corporate Credit will be key.
• Financial risk analysis skills.
• Strategic awareness and strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills to understand issues and generate practical solutions.
• Ability to manage and motivate staff towards the strategic goals.
• Effective Leadership and Delegation skills.
• Ability to negotiate and influence.
• Effective management of staff career progression and expectations.
• Ability to multi-task in pressure situations and establish priorities.
• Effect use of Microsoft office (Excel, Word & power Point).
• Effective communication skills (both oral and written.)
• Unquestionable Integrity.
• Proven experience in the identification of risks and controls related to Credit Risk.
• Strong understanding of lending and risk management in respect of Corporates and Commercial business.
• Well-versed in traditional banking and trade products, as well as treasury and more complex solutions, syndications.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance.
• Good understanding of Financial Institutions Act (FIA), AML Act, Income tax Act, IFRS standards and exposure to ESG best practices.
• Strong business acumen.
• Keen understanding of the current trends in terms of digitizing and innovating in the Credit field.